MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS* APPLICATION CHECKLIST STEM Scholarship
• A completed STEM Merit Scholarship application form. • Two letters of recommendation sent directly to our admissions office (on official letterhead) from the activity moderators, detailing the applicant’s commitment to science, technology or math, and a description of any qualifying project. • Any original video, illustration, certificate of award, display board etc. as verification of the student’s talent in the science, technology or math areas. (Submissions will not be returned.)
Service and Leadership Scholarship
• A completed Service and Leadership Merit Scholarship application form. • Two letters of recommendation sent directly to our admissions office (on official letterhead) from the supervising activity moderator verifying service and/ or leadership. Letters must verify the number of service hours completed and/or the specific nature of the leadership activity. At least one letter must address the applicant’s good character and standing with his or her peers.
Visual and Performing Arts Scholarship
• A completed Visual and Performing Arts Merit Scholarship application form. • Two letters of recommendation sent directly to our admissions office (on official letterhead) from supervising activity moderators, including a clear description and assessment of the applicant’s artistic talents. • Any original video, recording, photo, painting, or illustration verifying the student’s unique talent. (Submissions will not be returned.)
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Merit Scholarships reflect Salesian’s commitment to foster scientific inquiry, promote 21st century technology skills, and expand project-based learning. Students with demonstrated science, technology, engineering or math interests and skills may apply for this scholarship. Eligible applicants may include award winners from a science fair project, robotics team competition, and/or math contest finalists. Eligible 9th grade applicants are required to complete the attached application and submit the items referenced in the checklist: In keeping with Salesian College Preparatory’s mission to form upright citizens, the Service and Leadership Merit Scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate exemplary service and leadership skills in a school, parish or local community. Examples of service and/ or leadership activities include involvement in Girls Scouts or Boys Scouts, altar serving, student government, yearbook, peer tutoring, camp counseling etc. Eligible 9th grade applicants are required to complete the attached application and submit the items referenced in the checklist: The VPA Merit Scholarship reflects Salesian’s commitment to the Visual and Performing Arts. Exposing students to music, theatre, dance and the visual arts allows them to experiment, hone talents and express themselves in rich and varied ways. Through their creative endeavors, our students add dimension to themselves, their school, and their community. Eligible applicants include talented musicians, dancers, actors/actresses, singers and artists who merit special recognition. Eligible 9th grade applicants are required to complete the attached application and submit the items referenced in the checklist:
*The value of a Merit Scholarship is typically $10,000, covering $2,500 in annual tuition costs. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required to be eligible.
Please deliver completed application packages to the Salesian College Preparatory Admissions Office no later than February 4, 2021. Merit Scholarships are renewable each year if the student demonstrates exemplary behavior and maintains a GPA of 3.0 or higher at Salesian College Preparatory.
Don Bosco Scholarship* Don Bosco Scholarships are the most prestigious awards offered by Salesian College Preparatory. Don Bosco Scholarships are awarded to select students who have demonstrated academic excellence and exemplary service qualities. These scholarships are awarded to incoming 9th grade students and have a four year value of $34,000; $8,500 per year for those students who continue to meet the requirements. Typically, there are up to ten Don Bosco scholarships awarded annually to exemplary incoming 9th grade students with at least a 4.0 GPA for the 7th and 8th grades. Eligible 9th grade applicants are required to complete the attached application and items referenced in the checklist. Please deliver completed application packages to the Salesian College Preparatory Admissions Office no later than February 4, 2021.
APPLICATION CHECKLIST • A completed Don Bosco Scholarship application form. • A handwritten letter by the student which includes a brief biography, reasons why he/ she wants to attend Salesian, and how he/she has demonstrated distinguished service and leadership in school or his/ her community. • A previously submitted 8th grade academic paper or project. • A n official transcript that verifies a 4.0 GPA or higher throughout 7th AND 8th grades.
• A High School Placement Test (HSPT) score in the top 25% of the incoming class. (This score will be provided by the scholarship committee). • Two confidential letters of recommendation sent directly to our admissions office on official letterhead (may be written by your middle school principal, 8th grade teacher, and/or local community leaders) verifying: —A cademic awards and/or recognition of leadership —S ervice within the middle school and/or the local community
*Don Bosco Scholarship recipients are selected solely by the Salesian College Preparatory Scholarship Selection Committee. Don Bosco scholarship recipients must maintain a minimum 3.5 GPA at Salesian College Preparatory, demonstrate leadership, service, and outstanding behavior to be eligible for a scholarship renewal each year. Recipients are not eligible for additional Salesian merit scholarships; however, tuition grants based on demonstrated financial need may be awarded.
Don Bosco Scholarship Application
Student’s full name_____________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________________________ Student’s email________________________________________________________ Current school_________________________________________________________ Parent or Guardian’s full name____________________________________________ Parent or Guardian’s email_______________________________________________ Phone Number_________________________________________________________ See previous page for application criteria. Students may apply for up to two scholarships. Please deliver completed application packages to the Salesian College Preparatory Admissions Office no later than February 4, 2021.
Making Salesian Affordable Salesian is committed to delivering an unparalleled Catholic, college preparatory education to young people of diverse socio-economic backgrounds. In order to ensure affordability for all and fulfill our educational mission, Salesian offers a variety of scholarships and tuition grants to qualified students. Students may apply for up to two scholarships and may receive a combination of one scholarship and tuition grant upon acceptance. Please review the following brochure for more information on award amounts, application requirements and additional resources.
At the start of each school year, families are asked to make a tax-deductible pledge to our Annual Fund to bridge the gap between the cost of tuition and the actual cost to educate each child.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON SALESIAN SCHOLARSHIPS AND TUITION GRANTS Contact Our Finance Office at 510-234-4433 ext. 1102
Honors at Entrance Scholarship
Salesian’s Honors at Entrance Scholarships are designated for students who have demonstrated academic excellence in 8th grade and plan to enroll in honors courses in 9th grade. The scholarship typically represents a four year value of $16,000, covering $4,000 in annual tuition costs. Students with an 8th grade GPA of 3.75 or higher and an HSPT (High School Placement Exam) score ranking in the top 25% of the incoming class are eligible for an Academic Honors at Entrance Scholarship. Application is not required. This scholarship is renewable each year if the student demonstrates exemplary behavior and maintains a GPA of 3.5 or higher at Salesian College Preparatory.
Salesian Tuition Grants
Tuition grants are available based on demonstrated financial need. To be considered for any type of tuition grant, a FACTS application must be completed. All Salesian Scholarship recipients may be eligible for Tuition Grants. How to apply: • Please apply online at salesian.com/admissions. • Follow the link under the Admissions tab, “Apply For Tuition Grants.” • Applications are due by February 11, 2021. Each family is required to submit FACTS documentation, including the prior year’s Federal Income Tax Return, W-2s and various household financial information as required by Salesian College Preparatory or as required with the online FACTS application. Salesian tuition grants are determined by the Salesian College Preparatory Tuition Grant Committee. If eligible, students MUST APPLY FOR and may also receive a FACE (Family Aid for Catholic Education) scholarship. Students must maintain a 2.50 GPA or higher at Salesian College Preparatory to continue receiving a Salesian tuition grant.
FACE
We recommend that those families needing financial assistance apply for a grant from FACE. Please check the box on your Salesian financial assistance application to have your application sent to FACE.
Salesian Sibling Discount
Salesian College Preparatory is committed to supporting all family members seeking a Salesian education. Families with two or more children enrolled at Salesian may be eligible for a tuition discount. A $5,000 sibling discount may be granted to families who do not apply for tuition grants and/or do not qualify for other scholarships or awards. The discount is applied to the oldest attending student’s tuition costs. Students must maintain a 2.50 GPA or higher at Salesian College Preparatory to continue receiving this discount.
Private, Non-Salesian Scholarships
There are other private scholarships potentially available such as: • Bay Scholars • Guardsmen • Italian Catholic Federation For more scholarships, check online or with local parishes and community organizations. To check for availability, please contact these organizations directly for more information on scholarship details and deadlines.
Merit Scholarship Application Student’s Full name ____________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________ Student’s Email________________________________________________________ Current School _________________________________________________________ Parent or Guardian’s Full Name ___________________________________________ Parent or Guardian’s Email _______________________________________________ Phone Number_________________________________________________________ Explain in no more than fifty words why you are applying for this scholarship:
(Student applicant must be the one who answers the above prompt) See previous page for application criteria.
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